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Up in the air: Cowboys add punter to roster in case Mat McBriar can’t play

Concern over Mat McBriar’s status for Sunday’s game has led to a roster move.

The Cowboys activated punter Chris Jones from their practice squad this afternoon. Head coach Jason Garrett said he did not want to go into the Seattle game with a chance that field goal kicker Dan Bailey would also be asked to handle the punting duties. Adding Jones to the roster means the club is still unsure whether or not McBriar, who is listed as questionable, will be able to punt against the Seahawks.

Jones was with the Cowboys in training camp but has not punted during a regular season game. The Cowboys released guard Daniel Loper to make room for him on the roster.